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Unearth Rome's hidden treasures on our Underground Tours. Explore ancient catacombs, mysterious chambers, and the secrets beneath the city's historic streets. Book your subterranean adventure now
Rome Underground Tours
Visitor exploring ancient statue in Rome's Navona Square and Trevi District Underground.
Underground ruins in Navona Square, Rome, showcasing ancient brick architecture.
Ancient Roman ruins in the underground area of Navona Square, Rome.
Navona Square underground ruins with ancient stone walls and water in Rome.
Guide leading a tour at the Trevi Fountain in Rome with a group of tourists.
Underground ruins with ancient stone steps in Rome's Navona Square and Trevi District.
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  • Explore two rare archaeological sites beneath Rome: Navona’s ancient stadium and Trevi’s hidden aqueduct-fed insula.

  • Enjoy timed entry plus multilingual audio guides at both locations for smooth, self-paced discovery.

  • See the brick vaults of Domitian’s 1st-century stadium and walk through preserved Roman apartments beneath modern Trevi.

  • A seamless way to pair two nearby underground sites, saving planning time while covering two distinct eras of Rome.

  • Upgrade options include guided tours at select timings, offering deeper insight into Rome’s underground engineering.

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  • Explore two rare archaeological sites beneath Rome: Navona’s ancient stadium and Trevi’s hidden aqueduct-fed insula.

  • Enjoy timed entry plus multilingual audio guides at both locations for smooth, self-paced discovery.

  • See the brick vaults of Domitian’s 1st-century stadium and walk through preserved Roman apartments beneath modern Trevi.

  • A seamless way to pair two nearby underground sites, saving planning time while covering two distinct eras of Rome.

  • Upgrade options include guided tours at select timings, offering deeper insight into Rome’s underground engineering.

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€30
Tour guide leading visitors through Colosseum underground passage in Rome.
Colosseum underground passageway with ancient stone walls in Rome, Italy.
Colosseum underground ruins with ancient stone structures in Rome, Italy.
Colosseum Arena interior with tourists exploring ancient Roman architecture in Rome, Italy.
Visitors exploring the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.
Tour group exploring the Arch of Constantine near the Colosseum in Rome.
Tour group exploring the Colosseum Arena in Rome, viewing underground chambers and learning gladiator history.
Archway passage in the underground Colosseum, Rome, with ancient stone walls and scattered ruins.
Roman Forum ruins with ancient columns and arches in Rome, Italy.
Colosseum Underground tour with views of Palatine Hill ruins on a sunny day in Rome, Italy.
Arch of Titus with trees and blue sky in the Roman Forum, Rome, Italy.
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1 hr 15 min
  • Exclusive access to the Colosseum’s restricted underground chambers, off-limits to most visitors.

  • Walk through 2,000-year-old tunnels, cages, and lifts that once held gladiators and wild beasts.

  • Step onto the reconstructed Arena Floor for a gladiator’s-eye view of the amphitheater.

  • Climb the panoramic tiers to see the Colosseum from an ancient spectator’s perspective.

  • Learn about prep zones, VIP routes, and stage mechanics from your expert guide.

  • Upgrade to a guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, or opt for an intimate group of 6 for a personalized experience.

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  • Exclusive access to the Colosseum’s restricted underground chambers, off-limits to most visitors.

  • Walk through 2,000-year-old tunnels, cages, and lifts that once held gladiators and wild beasts.

  • Step onto the reconstructed Arena Floor for a gladiator’s-eye view of the amphitheater.

  • Climb the panoramic tiers to see the Colosseum from an ancient spectator’s perspective.

  • Learn about prep zones, VIP routes, and stage mechanics from your expert guide.

  • Upgrade to a guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, or opt for an intimate group of 6 for a personalized experience.

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€90
Crypt of the Capuchin Friars in Rome, featuring walls adorned with human skulls and bones.
Tour group exploring ancient Roman catacombs with stone columns and arched ceilings.
Catacombs passage with frescoes, Rome guided tour.
Skulls and bones arranged in a decorative pattern in a Roman Catacombs crypt.
Ancient inscriptions on the walls of the Roman Catacombs during a guided tour from Rome.
Visitors exploring the illuminated corridors of the Roman Catacombs.
Catacombs of Domitilla in Rome with ancient frescoes and burial niches.
Skulls and bones in the Capuchin Crypts, part of the Roman Catacombs tour.
Skull in Capuchin Crypt, Rome, with detailed robe fabric.
Tour group on open-top bus near Capuchin Crypt, Rome, with guide providing audio information.
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  • Skip the ticket lines and step straight into the Capuchin Crypt and Museum, with an audio guide included for a self-paced visit.

  • Encounter six chapels adorned with the bones of over 3,700 Capuchin friars, arranged in striking Baroque patterns.

  • The audio guide reveals the crypt’s history, the Capuchin order’s traditions, and the meaning behind the bone displays.

  • Dive into the Capuchin Museum to explore the rituals and cultural heritage of this unique religious community.

  • Opt for a guided tour of the Roman catacombs, including one-way transfer, for a deeper look at early Christian history.

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  • Skip the ticket lines and step straight into the Capuchin Crypt and Museum, with an audio guide included for a self-paced visit.

  • Encounter six chapels adorned with the bones of over 3,700 Capuchin friars, arranged in striking Baroque patterns.

  • The audio guide reveals the crypt’s history, the Capuchin order’s traditions, and the meaning behind the bone displays.

  • Dive into the Capuchin Museum to explore the rituals and cultural heritage of this unique religious community.

  • Opt for a guided tour of the Roman catacombs, including one-way transfer, for a deeper look at early Christian history.

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Aerial view of Piazza Navona in Rome near Domitian Stadium.
Ancient brick walls and archways inside Domitian Stadium, Rome.
Ancient stone steps leading to an archway in Domitian Stadium, Rome.
Ancient brick ruins inside Domitian Stadium, Rome.
Ancient brick walls and statue at Domitian Stadium, Rome.
Underground passageway of Domitian Stadium in Rome.
Ancient brick walls and passageway in Domitian Stadium, Rome.
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  • Explore Rome’s only ancient masonry stadium, buried beneath Piazza Navona and hidden 4.5 meters below street level.

  • Step into a UNESCO-listed archaeological site and uncover the Stadium of Domitian’s original structure through immersive 3D reconstructions.

  • Learn how Roman athletics unfolded here, with an engaging audioguide and detailed information panels that bring ancient competitions to life.

  • Enjoy flexible, self-paced entry, ideal for visitors who want a short, independent archaeological experience near central Rome.

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  • Explore Rome’s only ancient masonry stadium, buried beneath Piazza Navona and hidden 4.5 meters below street level.

  • Step into a UNESCO-listed archaeological site and uncover the Stadium of Domitian’s original structure through immersive 3D reconstructions.

  • Learn how Roman athletics unfolded here, with an engaging audioguide and detailed information panels that bring ancient competitions to life.

  • Enjoy flexible, self-paced entry, ideal for visitors who want a short, independent archaeological experience near central Rome.

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€10
Courtyard of Basilica of San Clemente, Rome, with arches and bell tower.
Interior of San Clemente Basilica in Rome with ornate frescoes and marble columns.
Basilica of San Clemente interior with ornate mosaics and arches, Rome.
Mithraeum altar under Basilica of Saint Clement, Rome, Italy, with ancient stone benches.
Woman using audio guide inside Hungarian Parliament.
Underground chamber of Basilica of San Clemente with ancient altar, Rome.
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  • Hosted entry to the functioning 12th-century basilica, known for its glittering golden mosaic apse.

  • Descend to the 4th-century basilica beneath it, with preserved frescoes and early Christian worship spaces.

  • Go further down to the Roman-era Mithraic temple, once used for clandestine pagan rites.

  • Follow the visit with a structured multilingual audioguide, explaining how each layer reflects a different era of Roman faith and society.

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  • Hosted entry to the functioning 12th-century basilica, known for its glittering golden mosaic apse.

  • Descend to the 4th-century basilica beneath it, with preserved frescoes and early Christian worship spaces.

  • Go further down to the Roman-era Mithraic temple, once used for clandestine pagan rites.

  • Follow the visit with a structured multilingual audioguide, explaining how each layer reflects a different era of Roman faith and society.

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€21
Ancient underground chamber with visitors, San Clemente, Rome.
San Clemente Basilica's ornate apse mosaic in Rome, featuring religious iconography.
Facade of San Clemente Basilica in Rome, entrance to the underground tour.
Courtyard of Basilica di San Clemente, Rome with columns and central fountain.
Mosaic ceiling in San Clemente Basilica, Rome, featuring intricate religious artwork.
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1 hr 30 min
  • With an English-speaking tour guide, explore the underground archaeological site of San Clemente Basilica. 
  • Make your way to the lower floors to uncover 2000 years of history of this site which is one of Rome's hidden treasures located just a stone's throw from the Colosseum.
  • Be fascinated by the beautiful gold mosaics in St. Clement's Basilica.
  • Descend to the lowest levels of the excavations to find an old Mithraic temple and altar.

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  • With an English-speaking tour guide, explore the underground archaeological site of San Clemente Basilica. 
  • Make your way to the lower floors to uncover 2000 years of history of this site which is one of Rome's hidden treasures located just a stone's throw from the Colosseum.
  • Be fascinated by the beautiful gold mosaics in St. Clement's Basilica.
  • Descend to the lowest levels of the excavations to find an old Mithraic temple and altar.
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€59
Skulls and bones arranged in a decorative pattern in a Roman Catacombs crypt.
Visitors with guide inside Capuchin Crypt, Rome, observing ancient inscriptions.
Statue in Rome crypt, part of the Crypts and Catacombs Tour with Capuchin Bone Chapel visit.
Ancient pottery and artifacts in the Capuchin Crypt, Rome.
Catacombs passage with frescoes, Rome guided tour.
Capuchin Crypts corridor adorned with bones and religious artifacts, part of the Roman Catacombs tour.
Visitors descending stairs into Capuchin Crypt with guide in Rome.
Tourists exploring narrow passage in Roman Catacombs, touching ancient walls.
Roman Catacombs with ancient arches and altar, part of Capuchin Crypts tour.
Frescoes on stone with paw prints at Capuchin Crypt.
Tour guide with tourists at Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini, Rome.
Interior of Basilica of San Nicola with visitors on a guided tour, featuring ornate architecture and religious artwork.
Tourists boarding an AC coach vehicle on a city street.
Guide explaining a marble bust in the Basilica of San Nicola during a Roman Catacombs tour.
Fresco of a religious figure at the Capuchin Crypt, Rome.
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  • Skip the hassle with round-trip transfers, making it easy to explore these historic sites scattered across Rome.

  • Step into the eerie yet fascinating Capuchin Crypt, where 4,000 friars’ remains create hauntingly beautiful chapels—your audio guide unveils their story.

  • Venture deep into one of Rome’s legendary catacombs—Domitilla, St. Callixtus, or St. Sebastian—on a guided tour through ancient underground burial tunnels.

  • Uncover hidden history beneath the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti, one of Rome's oldest churches with fascinating underground levels.

  • Want to mix it up? Trade San Martino ai Monti for a visit to the legendary Bocca della Verità, plus Santa Maria in Cosmedin and Hadrian’s Crypt!

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  • Skip the hassle with round-trip transfers, making it easy to explore these historic sites scattered across Rome.

  • Step into the eerie yet fascinating Capuchin Crypt, where 4,000 friars’ remains create hauntingly beautiful chapels—your audio guide unveils their story.

  • Venture deep into one of Rome’s legendary catacombs—Domitilla, St. Callixtus, or St. Sebastian—on a guided tour through ancient underground burial tunnels.

  • Uncover hidden history beneath the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti, one of Rome's oldest churches with fascinating underground levels.

  • Want to mix it up? Trade San Martino ai Monti for a visit to the legendary Bocca della Verità, plus Santa Maria in Cosmedin and Hadrian’s Crypt!

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Piazza Navona fountain with sculptures and surrounding cafes in Rome.
Ancient stone steps and archway in Rome's historic center.
Ancient ruins illuminated at night in Rome, Italy.
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Ticket office for tours in Rome, including Piazza Navona, Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain.
Ticket office for tours in Rome, including Vatican Museums and Navona Square.
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1 hr
  • Meet your guide at Campo de’ Fiori and walk to Largo Argentina, passing palazzi and fountains.

  • Walk through the historic center to Largo di Torre Argentina, home to the striking ruins of four ancient Roman temples.

  • See the Pantheon from outside, the best-preserved ancient Roman temple dedicated to all gods.

  • Visit Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps—toss a coin, take in the views, and soak up timeless Roman charm.

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  • Meet your guide at Campo de’ Fiori and walk to Largo Argentina, passing palazzi and fountains.

  • Walk through the historic center to Largo di Torre Argentina, home to the striking ruins of four ancient Roman temples.

  • See the Pantheon from outside, the best-preserved ancient Roman temple dedicated to all gods.

  • Visit Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps—toss a coin, take in the views, and soak up timeless Roman charm.

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Roman Forum ruins with Go City Rome Explorer Pass logo.
Go City Rome Explorer Pass attractions list with Castel Sant’Angelo, Colosseum, Vatican Museums.
Vatican Museums exterior with Go City Rome Explorer Pass.
Capitoline Museum entrance with ancient sculptures, Rome, included in Go City explorer pass.
Three tenors performing on stage in Rome concert hall.
Castel Sant'Angelo with angel statues on the Ponte Sant'Angelo in Rome.
Colosseum in Rome with Go City Rome Explorer Pass sign.
Cyclists riding along the ancient Appia Antica road in Rome, surrounded by greenery.
Roman Forum ruins with ancient columns and historic buildings in Rome, Italy.
Sculpture in Borghese Gallery, Rome, with classical art and architecture in the background.
Chamber orchestra performing Vivaldi's Four Seasons in Rome.
Piazza Navona Underground ancient stone walls and archway, Rome Explorer Pass.
Outdoor terrace dining area with tables set for a pizza meal, Go City Rome Explorer pass.
Leonardo Da Vinci Museum exhibit with flying machine models, Go City Rome Explorer Pass.
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  • Craving the full Roman experience? This Explorer Pass is your golden ticket to over 40 landmarks, guided tours, and food tours.

  • Score entry to the Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and Pantheon while pocketing up to 42% savings compared to buying separate tickets.

  • Hop on and off buses and cruise tours whenever the mood strikes, rent bikes to zoom around, and indulge in food and wine tastings that'll make your taste buds sing.

  • Ditch the paper ticket hassle with the scan-and-go mobile pass. The app's itinerary planner means less time squinting at maps, and more time enjoying Rome.

  • Choose your adventure – 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions – and activate your pass as you like. Your pass stays valid for 30 days after the first use.

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  • Craving the full Roman experience? This Explorer Pass is your golden ticket to over 40 landmarks, guided tours, and food tours.

  • Score entry to the Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and Pantheon while pocketing up to 42% savings compared to buying separate tickets.

  • Hop on and off buses and cruise tours whenever the mood strikes, rent bikes to zoom around, and indulge in food and wine tastings that'll make your taste buds sing.

  • Ditch the paper ticket hassle with the scan-and-go mobile pass. The app's itinerary planner means less time squinting at maps, and more time enjoying Rome.

  • Choose your adventure – 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions – and activate your pass as you like. Your pass stays valid for 30 days after the first use.

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Leigh Carr

Leigh

Jul 2025
5/5

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This tour was amazing, despite the crowds we got straight in. It was well organised with good communication about the meeting point and itinerary. Our tour guide Marketa was fantastic, friendly and knowledgeable. This was a great way to kickstart our visit to Rome and would highly recommend it.

Colosseum Underground & Arena Floor Guided Tour

Michael Steinhauer

Michael

Sep 2025
4/5
The reception at the center and the guide were very friendly. The guided tour of the catacombs was very detailed and good. The museum and the church were exceptional

Catacombs of Domitilla and Capuchin Crypt Guided Tour with Transfers

silvia adela avila
AR

Silvia

Argentina
Jul 2025
5/5
Excellent visit! Very good information from the guides and the design of the audio guide is also good. The visit is made in the context of a historical context and also in the context of a vision of religiosity and respect.

Catacombs of Domitilla and Capuchin Crypt Guided Tour with Transfers

Miriam Marangone

Miriam

Sep 2025
5/5
Short access times, excellent information with the audio guide. However, the instructions for using and downloading the audio guide were not clear.

Capuchin Crypt Tickets with Audio Guide

Enrico Luoni
IT

Enrico

Italy
Jul 2025
5/5
I arrived on time according to the agreed time. Found good reception and helpfulness. I did not queue. I found the part of the initial rooms, necessary to introduce the subject, very interesting. Nice collection of paintings, objects and publications. Kudos for the museum organization.

Capuchin Crypt Tickets with Audio Guide

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